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Hairy Bikers Orange and Almond Cake

Hairy Bikers Orange and Almond Cake
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Hairy Bikers are known for honest, hearty British cooking. Their orange and almond cake follows a flourless method, using ground almonds instead of wheat flour.

This creates a moist, slightly dense texture that’s naturally gluten-free. The whole boiled oranges give deep citrus flavor and gentle bitterness from the peel.

It’s simple, wholesome, and beautifully aromatic.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Orange Base

  • 2 medium oranges (about 400 g total)

  • Water for boiling

Choose thin-skinned oranges for best flavor.

For the Cake Batter

  • 200 g ground almonds

  • 200 g caster sugar

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

Step 1: Boil the Oranges

Place whole oranges in a saucepan and cover with water.

Simmer gently for 1½ to 2 hours until completely soft.

Drain and allow to cool. Cut in half, remove any seeds, then blend the whole fruit (including peel) into a smooth puree.

This step creates deep citrus flavor.

Step 2: Prepare the Cake Tin

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

Grease and line a 20 cm (8-inch) round cake tin with parchment paper.

Proper lining ensures easy removal.

Step 3: Mix the Batter

In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until lightly combined.

Stir in ground almonds, baking powder, vanilla extract, salt, and the orange puree.

Mix gently until smooth. Do not overbeat.

The batter will be fairly thick.

Step 4: Bake Carefully

Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and smooth the top.

Bake for 45–55 minutes until golden and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.

Step 5: Cool Before Serving

Allow the cake to cool completely in the tin before removing.

Dust with icing sugar and garnish with orange zest if desired.

The cake firms up as it cools.

Find it online: https://britishrecipes.uk/hairy-bikers-orange-and-almond-cake/